Eric Penn Talks Virginia Beach, Faith & American Fairytale | URBNVIEW Presents Off The Block (EP. 9)

Описание: Virginia Beach, Virginia–born R&B singer Eric Penn pulls up for a new episode of Off The Block, presented by URBNVIEW with Josh Bryant. In this conversation, Eric reflects on how his hometown shaped his foundation — growing up surrounded by the legacy of artists like Pharrell Williams, Missy Elliott, and Timbaland — and what it meant to witness firsthand how Virginia helped redefine the sound of modern R&B and hip-hop.

From there, Eric opens up about how living in Harlem, New York, sharpened his confidence, presence, and swagger, while his deep COGIC church roots and early exposure to gospel, soul, and R&B continue to shape the honesty and intention behind his music today.

He also dives into the creative process behind the deluxe edition of his latest project, "American Fairytale," breaking down the life experiences, faith, and vulnerability that inspired some of his most personal and powerful work yet.

More than music, this episode centers on integrity. Eric speaks on staying true to his values, building timeless records that celebrate the culture, and creating moments fans can carry with them long after the song ends.

This is a story about faith, growth, and trusting your voice — no matter where life takes you.

🎧 In this episode:
• Growing up in Virginia Beach and the region’s R&B legacy
• Representing home through his sound and style
• Balancing church roots with modern R&B influence
• What he wants listeners to feel when they press play
• The vulnerability and inspiration behind American Fairytale (Deluxe)
• Performing live and connecting with fans in real time
• Why Virginia continues producing timeless R&B artists
• Defining the next chapter of his journey

⏱️ Timeline:
0:00 — Start
0:55 — How his block shaped him as a person and artist
5:21 — Representing his neighborhood through music and style
7:31 — Church roots, gospel foundation, and balancing genres
11:39 — What he wants listeners to walk away with
13:08 — The honesty and inspiration behind American Fairytale
16:02 — Performing and fan connection
17:49 — Virginia’s R&B legacy and influence
21:22 — The title of his next chapter
22:21 — Final words to the fans

📺 About Off The Block
Off The Block is URBNVIEW’s interview series spotlighting hip-hop and R&B artists through conversations rooted in identity, culture, and community — exploring how an artist’s background, neighborhood, and life experiences shape both their sound and their story.

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